Cotton-Polyester Sateen Upholstery Fabric from China
A durable, dyed sateen weave fabric over 200 g/m², blending less than 85% cotton with polyester for furniture upholstery. Its lustrous surface and heavy weight provide abrasion resistance suitable for sofas and chairs. Fits HTS 5211.39.0020 as a dyed, other sateen cotton-man-made mix exceeding weight threshold.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify MMF content via AATCC testing; misstated blends lead to duty adjustments
• Document end-use as upholstery to support classification if questioned
• Avoid common error of classifying as apparel fabric, which falls under different chapters